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02-27-1995 CC MIN . MEETING OF THE ELK RIVER CITY COUNCIL HELD AT THE ELK RIVER CITY HALL MONDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 1995 Members Present: Mayor Duitsman, Councilmembers Dietz, Scheel, Farber and Holmgren Members Absent: None Staff Present: Pat Klaers, City Adrilinistrator; Peter Beck, City Attorney; Terry Maurer, City Engineer; Steve Ach, City Planner, Gary Schmitz, Assistant Planner; Troy Langer, Planning Intern Also Present: Chris Kreger, Planning Commission Repres6ntative 1. Call Meetina To Order Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the meeting of the Elk River City council was called to order at 6:01 p.m. by Mayor Duitsman. 2. Consider February 27, 1995 City Council Aaenda The following items were added to the agenda under "Other Business". e 8.1 . Boy Scouts Project Update 8.2. CIP Worksession Update 8.3. Update on Fairgrounds Rezoning COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO APPROVE THE FEBRUARY 27, 1995 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA AS AMENDED. COUNCILMEMBER FARBER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 3. " . Consider Consent Aaenda COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS FOLLOWS: 4. FEBRUARY 13, 1995, CITY COUNCIL MINUTES -- APPROVED 5.4. TRANSIENT MERCHANT LICENSE FOR SHIRLEY MADLAND TO SELL FLOWERS AT 906 HIGHWAY 10 -- APPROVED 5.5. CONFERENCE FOR THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR -- APPROVED 5.7. CONFERENCE FOR THE CITY CLERK -- APPROVED 5.11. PURCHASE OF USED TRUCK FOR STREET DEPARTMENT -- APPROVED 7.13. EXTENSION OF TIME FOR PRELIMINARY PLAT APPROVAL FOK MEADOWVALE HEIGHTS 2ND ADDITION -- APPROVED 7.14. EXTENSION OF TIME FOR PRELIMINARY PLAT APPROVAL FOR MISSISSIPPI OAKS -- APPROVED . COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. Elk River City Council Minutes February 27, 1995 Page 2 e 5.1. Utilities Commission Meetinq Update from Council member Dietz Council member Dietz, Elk River Municipal Utilities Commission member, updated the Council on Utilities activities. 5.2. 728 Area Recreation Update Councilmember Holmgren, 728 Area Recreation Board member, updated the Council on 728 Area Recreation activities. 5.3. Review Topics for 728 Area Recreation Board Lona Ranae Plannina Worksession The Council expressed its concern over the development of additional youth athletic fields, ongoing assistance and cooperation with youth organizations, and the need for the Coordinator to become more involved in the City of Elk River park issues. 5.6. Massaae Therapist License and Massaqe Establishment License Reauest The City Council reviewed the request from Charlotte Koon for a therapeutic massage license and for a therapeutic massage establishment license to operate a business from the Martin Plaza building at 934 Highway 10. e COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO APPROVE THE MASSAGE ESTABLISHMENT LICENSE AND THE MASSAGE THERAPIST LICENSE FOR CHARLOTTE KOON TO OPERATE THE BUSINESS AT 934 HIGHWAY 10 UNDER THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. THAT THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT IS APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL. 2. THAT THE NECESSARY FINAL INSPECTIONS ARt COMPLETED AND APPROVED BY THE BUILDING OFFICIAL AND ELECTRIC INSPECTOR. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED ';-0. 5.8. t' Discussion on upcominq State of the City Address Councilmember Holmgren indicated that he would talk about parks. Mayor Duitsman indicated that he would talk about some long range planning efforts including the transportation plan and the surface water management program. Councilmember Dietz indicated that he would talk about the library project. Council member Farber indicated that either he or EDA member Gongoll would talk about the ice arena project. The Council indicated that it would like to review this topic again at the March 6, 1995 meeting. 5.9. Consider City Park and Recreation Commission Recommendation Reaardina No Development of Soccer Fields in Lion's Park e The City Administrator reviewed with the City Council the discussion at the 2/8/95 Park and Recreation Commission meeting on the topic of soccer fields being developed in Lion's Park. This issue was previously reviewed by the City Council Elk River City Council Minutes February 27, 1995 Page 3 e on 1/30/95. At this time, the Park and Recreation Commission is recommending no development of youth athletic fields in Lion's Park. COUNCILMEMBER SCHEEL MOVED TO ACCEPT THE PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION THAT NO YOUTH FIELDS BE DEVELOPED IN LION'S PARK AT THIS TIME AND TO REQUEST A SCHEDULE FOR IMPROVEMENTS IN LION'S PARK FROM THE LION'S CLUB. COUNCILMEMBER FARBER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-1. Councilmember Dietz opposed. 5.10. Consider Meetina Date for Continued CIP Worksession COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO CALL A SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING - WORKSESSION FOR MARCH 13, 1995, FOLLOWING THE EDA MEETING TO REVIEW THE CITY COMPARABLE WORTH PLAN. COUNCILMEMBER FARBER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO CALL A SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING FOR TUESDAY, APRIL 18, 1995, AT 6:00 P.M., AT THE ELK RIVER CITY HALL, FOR THE PURPOSE OF MEETING WITH THE COUNTY BOARD. COUNCILMEMBER FARBER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. COUNCILMEMBER SCHEEL MOVED TO CALL A SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING - WORKSESSION FOR APRIL 10, 1995, AT 7:30 P.M., FOLLOWING THE EDA MEETING, FOR THE PURPOSE OF MEETING WITH THE PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. e It was also noted that on April 3, 1995, the City Council will be meeting in joint session with the School Board. This meeting is at 6:00 p.m., at City Hall. It was noted that Councilmember Farber and, most likely, Ccuncilmember Dietz will not be available for the March 27, 1995, City Council meeting. The City Administrator indicated that if possible, he would try to schedule agenda items so that the meeting may be canceled. - The Council requested to use the April 24, 1995, meeting as a elP Worksession. 8. Other Business 8.1 . Boy Scout Proiect Update The Mayor acknowledged the "Thank You" from the Boy Scouts for the City's help in the recent storage shed project. 8.2. CIP Worksession Update The Mayor shared with the Council his ideas on how the City may want to spend T1F money from Districts No. 1 and NO.3 and NO.4. 8.3. Update on Fairarounds Rezonina e The Mayor indicated that based on discussions with some County representatives and the comments from the Steering Committee, he believes that the Planning Elk River City Council Minutes February 27, 1995 Page 4 e Commission should consider rezoning the section of the fairgrounds that is R3 to Business Park. COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO HAVE THE PLANNING COMMISSION REVIEW A REQUEST TO HAVE THE FAIRGROUNDS PROPERTY THAT IS CURRENTLY ZONED R3 CHANGED TO A B-P ZONING DISTRICT AND AMEND THE LAND USE PLAN FROM HR TO L1. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. The City Council recessed at 6:52 p.m. and reconvened 7:02 p.m. 6. ODen Mike Pastor Matthews, Solid Rock Church, explained to the City Council the church's desire to hold a tent revival meeting in Elk River. Currently, the City ordinance does not allow this activity. It was the consensus of the City Council to have the Planning Commission review the City ordinance regarding this issue. 7.1. Greenhouse Reauest by Plant Place, Inc. Planning Assistant Gary Schmitz provided the background information on this request to have a temporary green house in the Fresh Value Foods parking lot. e COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO APPROVE THE REQUEST FROM PLANT PLACE, INC., TO HAVE A TEMPORARY GREEN HOUSE IN THE FRESH VALUE FOODS PARKING LOT WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. IF TRAFFIC BECOMES A PROBLEM AROUND THE SITE, THE SALES AREA SHCU~::> BE DELINEATED WITH SOME TYPE OF BARRIER TO RESTRICT PEDESTRIAN TRAFFIC. 2. THE GREENHOUSE MUST BE KEPT IN GOOD CONDITION THROUGHOUT THE TIME IT IS ERECTED. 3. LOCATION OF THE GREENHOUSE BE CONSISTENT WITH THE SITE PLAN. 4. AN ANNUAL REVIEW BE CONDUCTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 7.2. Consider Conditional Use Permit Reauest by Anthony Froland, Public Hearinq, Case No. CU 94-38 7.3. Consider Variance Reauest by Anthony Froland, Public Hearing, Case No. V 94-17 Planning Intern Troy Langer provided the background information on this request. The request reluted to a variance from the size requirement of an accessory structure and a CUP to construct an accessory structure within the floodway district of a river or stream. e Mayor Duitsman opened the public hearing. There being on one for or against the matter, Mayor Duitsman closed the public hearing. Elk River City Council Minutes February 27,1995 Page 5 e Mr. Froland indicated that he was available to answer any questions. Planning Commission representative, Chris Kreger, offered comments on the Planning Commission's review of this issue. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUEST FROM MR. FROLAND TO CONSTRUCT AN ACCESSORY STRUCTURE WITHIN THE FLOODWA Y DISTRICT OF A RIVER OR STREAM WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. THE ACCESSORY STRUCTURE REMAINS A "POLE TYPE" BUILDING AND THE EXTERIOR SIDING ALLOWS THE FREE FLOW OF WATER BELOW THE ONE- HUNDRED (100) YEAR FLOOD LEVEL. 2. NO FURTHER ALTERATIONS AND/OR MODIFICATIONS SHALL OCCUR ON THE ABOVE MENTIONED ACCESSORY STRUCTURE. 3. IN CASE OF A FLOOD AND/OR IN FLOODING CONDITIONS, ALL MATERIAL LOCATED WITHIN THE ABOVE MENTIONED ACCESSORY STRUCTURE, THAT MAY IMPEDE THE FREE FLOW OF WATER, BE IMMEDIATELY REMOVED SO AS TO NOT CAUSE AN INCREASE IN THE ONE-HUNDRED (100) YEAR FLOOD STAGE. 4. IF FUTURE SUBDIVISION OF PROPERTY OCCURS, THE ACCESSORY STRUCTURE ADDITION BE REMOVED OR BROUGHT INTO CONFORMANCE WITH CITY CODES AT THAT TIME. e COUNCILMEMBER SCHEEL SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. COUNCILMEMBER SCHEEL MOVED TO APPROVE THE REQUEST FROM MR. FROLAND FOR AN APPROXIMATE 693 FOOT VARIANCE REQUEST FROM THE ACCESSORY STRUCTURE SIZE REQUIREMENT TO CONSTRUCT A 30 FOOT BY 30 FOOT ADDITION TO AN EXISTING ACCESSORY STRUCTURE BASED ON THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS: '.1. THE LITERAL APPLICATION OF THE ORDINANCE WOULD DEPRIVE THE PROPERTY OWNER SIMILAR RIGHTS ENJOYED BY OTHER LARGE AGRICULTURAL PROPERTIES IN THE R-l A ZONING DISTRICT. 2. BECAUSE OF THE UNIQUE SIZE OF THE PROPERTY, FORTY (40) ACRES, IN A R- 1A ZONING DISTRICT, LITERAL APPLICATION OF THE ORDINANCE WOULD DEPRIVE THE PROPERTY OWNER THE ABILITY TO MAINTAIN AN AGRICULTURAL USE, WHICH REQUIRES LARGER ACCESSORY STRUCTURES. 3. THE ACCESSORY STRUCTURE WILL NOT BE INJURIOUS TO THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND WELFARE OF THE RESIDENTS OF THE CITY. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. e Elk River City Council Minutes February 27,1995 Page 6 e 7.4. Variance Reauest by Paul LeFebvre, Public Hearinq, Case No. V 94-18 Planning Assistant Gary Schmitz stated that Paul LeFebvre is requesting a variance to exceed the maximum size of an accessory structure. The maximum size allowed is 2,000 feet. The site is in a 2.5 acre residential zone; however, Mr. LeFebvre's lot is one acre in size. Planning Commission representative Chris Kreger provided information on the Commission's review of this request. The Planning Commission recommended denial of the request. Mayor Duitsman opened the public hearing. There being no one for or against the matter, Mayor Duitsman closed the public hearing. Paul LeFebvre indicated that he was present to answer any questions that the Council may have. The City Council felt the required minimum area for a garage should not be included in determining total accessory space. COUNCILMEMBER SCHEEL MOVED TO APPROVE THE VARIANCE REQUEST. COUNCILMEMBER FARBER SECONDED THE MOTION. e Council member Scheel and Councilmember Farber withdrew their motion and second. COUNCILMEMBER SCHEEL MOVED TO DIRECT STAFF TO PREPARE A RESOLUTION FOR APPROVAL OF THIS VARIANCE WITH FINDINGS AND TO PRESENT THE RESOLUTION AT THE 3/6/95 CITY COUNCIL MEETING. COUNCILMEMBER FARBER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-1. Councilmember Dietz opposed. 7.5. Consider Conditional Use Permit Reauest by Charlotte Koon, Public Hearina, Case No. CU 94-39 Planning Assistant Gary Schmitz provided background information on this request. He stated Charlotte Koon is requesting to operate a therapeutic massage establishment from the Martin Plaza building. Mayor Duitsman opened the public hearing. There being no one for or against the matter, Mayor Duitsman closed the public hearing. COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUEST BY CHARLOTTE KOON TO OPERATE A THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE ESTABLISHMENT FROM THE EXISTING MARTIN PLAZA BUILDING WITH THE CONDITION THAT THE APPLICANT RECEIVE APPROVAL OF A THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE LICENSE BY THE CITY COUNCIL. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. e Elk River City Council Minutes February 27, 1995 Page 7 e 7.6. Preliminary Plat Request for Country Ridae Partnership, Public Hearina, Case No. P 94-14 City Planner Steve Ach stated that Country Ridge Partnership is requesting a preliminary plat to subdivide approximately 37 acres into three lots, with the balance being platted as an Outlot. The site is located at the southwest corner of Highway 10 and the future Joplin Street alignment (immediately west of the Cenex gas station and the County Fairgrounds). Mr. Ach reviewed some of the Park and Recreation Commission and Planning Commission comments as they related to parks and trails in this area. It was noted that representatives of Cenex have submitted a letter requesting continued access to their facility. Mayor Duitsman opened the public hearing. Jay Johnson, developer representative, reviewed his objections to Items 4, 7, and 12 in the staff recommended conditions for approval of the preliminary plat. City Engineer Terry Maurer indicated that Item 12 is an error and should be removed from the list of approval conditions. Additionally, it was noted that the phrase "west side of Joplin and" should be removed from Item 11. e City Attorney Peter Beck reviewed the legal issues associated with the park dedication requirements. The City Council discussed Item 7 relating to Outlot A being a drainage pond and deeded to the City. There being no further comments from the public, Mayor Duitsman closed the public hearing. The City Council discussed the park dedication requirements for this preliminary .-'plat and continued to discuss the City's Surface Water Management policies. The Council concurred that if Outlot A was going to be used by the City for road purposes (temporary access to Cenex) then some financial consideration should be made to the developer for this property. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO APPROVE THE PRELIMINARY PLAT REQUEST BY COUNTRY RIDGE PARTNERSHIP WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AS RECOMMENDED IN STAFF'S 2/27/95 REPORT AND AS REVIEWED BY THE CITY COUNCIL: 1. ALL COMMENTS IN THE CITY ENGINEER'S MEMO DATED 1/19/95 BE INCORPORATED INTO THE REVISED PRELIMINARY PLAT DRAWINGS. 2. COORDINATION WITH U.S. WEST TO ESTABLISH A CORRIDOR ALONG WITH THE CONSTRUCTION OF JOPLIN BE ACCOMPLISHED. e 3. A DECORATIVE STREET LIGHT BE INSTALLED ALONG JOPLIN AND BUSINESS CENTER DRIVE. THIS STREET LIGHT DETAIL SHALL BE COORDINATED WITH ELK Elk River City Council Minutes February 27,1995 e 7. 8. 9. e 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. Page 8 RIVER UTILITIES AND THE CITY ENGINEER DURING THE PREPARATION OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS. 4. PAYMENT OF PARK DEDICATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,500 PER ACRE FOR THE TWO LOTS BEING PROPOSED ALONG HIGHWAY 10 IN THIS PRELIMINARY PLAT. THIS PARK DEDICATION SHALL BE PAID PRIOR TO THE RELEASE OF FINAL PLAT FOR RECORDING. 5. A SURFACE WATER MANAGEMENT FEE IN THE AMOUNT OF $720 PER ACRE BE PAID PRIOR TO THE RELEASE OF THE FINAL PLAT FOR RECORDING. THIS FEE SHALL APPLY TO ONLY THE THREE LOTS BEING CREATED AT THIS TIME. FUTURE PAYMENT WILL BE BASED UPON THE CITY'S RATE AT THE TIME OF FINAL PLAT. 6. A DEVELOPER'S AGREEMENT OUTLINING THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE PROPOSED PRELIMINARY PLAT BE PREPARED AND EXECUTED PRIOR TO THE RELEASE OF FINAL PLAT FOR RECORDING. OUTLOT A BE DEEDED TO THE CITY PRIOR TO RELEASE OF FINAL PLAT FOR RECORDING. THE CITY WILL CONSIDER APPROPRIATE COMPENSATION FOR OUTLOT A AT THE TIME OF FINAL PLAT. APPROPRIATE PERMITS FROM MNjDOT BE OBTAINED FOR ANY WORK WITHIN THE RIGHT-OF-WAY. RESTRICTED ACCESS ALONG HIGHWAY 10 BE INCLUDED ON THE FINAL PLAT. APPROPRIATE EASEMENTS FOR DRAINAGE AND UTILITIES Bi: PROVIDED AS REQUESTED BY ELK RIVER UTILITIES AND CITY ENGINEER. A SIX (6) FOOT SIDEWALK BE PROVIDED ALONG THE SOUTH SIDE OF BUSINESS CENTER DRIVE. OUTLOT D BE DELETED AND MADE PART OF LOT 2 AND ENCUMBERED BY A DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT. OUTLOT C BE DEEDED TO THE CITY TO ACCOMMODATE DRAINAGE AND UTILITY NEEDS AND US WEST IMPROVEMENTS. WATER AVAILABILITY CHARGE IN THE AMOUNT OF $300.00 PER LOT BE PAID TO ELK RIVER UTILITIES PRIOR TO RELEASE OF FINAL PLAT. SEAL COATING FEE IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,741.00 BE PAID TO THE CITY PRIOR TO RELEASING THE PLAT FOR RECORDING. COUNCILMEMBER FARBER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-1. Council member Dietz opposed based on his concern over park dedication fees. 7.7. Conditional Use Permit Reauest for River Woods Development Corporation. Public Hearina. Case No. CU 94-40 e City Planner Steve Ach stated that River Woods Development Corporation is requesting a conditional use permit to construct a 20.000 square foot Elk River City Council Minutes February 27, 1995 Page 9 e convenience center and a zero lot line development for a shared driveway. The site is located on the southwest corner of Highway 10 and Joplin Street. The City Council discussed the proposed uses in the convenience center and some of the traffic issues associated with this proposal. Dan Richman and Charlie Radloff, representing the developer, responded to comments from the Council. Mayor Duitsman opened the public hearing. There being no one for or against the matter, Mayor Duitsman closed the public hearing. Planning Commission representative Chris Kreger offered comments on the Planning Commission's concerns with this proposal. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO APPROVE THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REQUEST BY RIVER WOODS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION TO CONSTRUCT A 20,000 SQUARE FOOT CONVENIENCE CENTER ALONG WITH A ZERO LOT LINE DEVELOPMENT FOR A SHARED DRIVEWAY WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1. ALL THE COMMENTS CONTAINED IN THE REPORT TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION DATED 1/24/95 BE INCLUDED IN THE REVISED PLANS AND SUBMITTED FOR REVIEW PRIOR TO THE ISSUANCE OF A BUILDING PERMIT. 2. ALL THE COMMENTS WITHIN THE CITY ENGINEER'S MEMO DATED 1/19/95 BE INCLUDED IN THE REVISED SET OF PLANS. e 3. A COMPLETE SIGN PACKAGE CONSISTENT WITH THE MOST RECENT COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENTS OCCURRING ALONG HIGHWAY 169 BE INCLUDED AND MADE PART Of THIS PROJECT. THIS INCLUDES A MONUMENT STYLE FREE-STANDING SIGN AND WALL SIGNAGE CONSISTING OF INDIVIDUAL LETTERS FOR EACH OF THE TENANTS. 4. REVISED PLANS BE SUBMITTED FOR FINAL REVIEW AND APPROVAL PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF A BUILDING PERMIT. COUNCILMEMBER FARBER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 7.8. Consider Final Plat for Riverside Development-Hillside Crossina South, Public Hearing, Case No. P 94-11 City Planner Steve Ach provided background information on this request. Changes in the planned use of Outlot B, the southern part of Lot 1, and changes in the Outlot B easement were noted. Additionally, changes in Exhibit B for Items 1 and 6 (Outlot A and B reversed) were also noted. Mayor Duitsman opened the public hearing. e Jeff Gongoll, Riverside Development, provided an overview of the proposal. Jeff requested that Item 14 be removed from Exhibit B regarding a permit from MPCA and that Item 15 be removed as it is no longer needed. Elk River City Council Minutes February 27, 1995 Page 10 e Terry Maurer agreed that Item 14 from Exhibit B should be removed. The City Planner reviewed the history of the ridge in this area and the need for the drainage and utility easement. There being no further comments, Mayor Duitsman closed the pUblic hearing. COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 95-10, A RESOLUTION GRANTING FINAL PLAT APPROVAL FOR HILLSIDE CROSSING SOUTH BY RIVERSIDE DEVELOPMENT WITH THE REMOVAL OF ITEM 14 FROM EXHIBIT B AND THE PREVIOUSLY NOTED CHANGES IN ITEMS 1 AND 6 OF EXHIBIT B. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 7.9. Consider Final Plat for Kinaman Buildina CompanY-Country Crossina Townhomes, Public Hearinq, Case No. P 94-13 City Planner steve Ach provided background information on this plat. It was noted that this was Phase I of a 62 twinhome lot development and this request is for 22 townhouse lots. Mayor Duitsman opened the public hearing. Jay Johnson, developer representative, indicated his support for the proposal and the staff recommendations. e There being no further comments from the public, Mayor Duitsman closed the pUblic hearing. COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 95-11, A RESOLUTION GRANTING FINAL PLAT APPROVAL FOR COUNTRY CROSSING TOWNHOMES BY COUNTRY RIDGE PARTNERSHIP AND KINGMAN BUILDING COMPANY. City Engineer COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 7.10. ,.-Consider City of Elk River Ordinance Amendment to Section 900.24 - Parkina and Loadina Reauirements City Planner Steve Ach provided background information on this request. Mayor Duitsman opened the public hearing. Planning Commission representative Chris Kreger provided comments on the Planning Commission's review of this issue. There being no further comments from the public, Mayor Duitsman closed the public hearing. The Council discussed the school parking requirements in the ordinance. e COUNCILMEMBER SCHEEL MOVED TO TABLE THIS ISSUE UNTIL THE 3/6/95 CITY COUNCIL MEETING AND DIRECTED STAFF TO REVIEW THE SCHOOL PARKING REQUIREMENTS. COUNCILMEMBER FARBER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. Elk River City Council Minutes February 27, 1995 Page 11 - 7.11 . Consider City of Elk River Ordinance Amendment to Section 900.30 - Landscaoina and Screenina City Planner Steve Ach provided background information on this proposal. Mayor Duitsman opened the public hearing. There being no one for or against the matter, Mayor Duitsman closed the public hearing. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN MOVED TO APPROVE ORDINANCE 95-3, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 900.30 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE RELATING TO LANDSCAPING AND SCREENING. COUNCILMEMBER DIETZ SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-1. Councilmember Scheel opposed. 7.12. Uodate on Auto Mall Site Plan Modifications. Case No. CU 94-11 City Planner Steve Ach provided background information on this request. Additionally, a 2/22/95 letter from MnDOT to the applicant, John Weicht. was distributed. The City Council indicated its concern over the appearance of the Highway 169 corridor and with this request coming to the Council so late in the approval process. e COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO DENY THE REQUEST TO REMOVE PINE TREES ALONG HIGHWAY 169 NEAR THE AUTO MALL. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0-1. Councilmember Scheel abstained. 7.15. Uodate on Office Buildina in Business Park City Planner Steve Ach provided an update on the proposed office building in the Business Park. 9. Staff Uodates ,There were no staff updates. 10. Adiournment There being no further business, COUNCILMEMBER FARBER MOVED TO ADJOURN THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE Cn-Y COUNCIL. COUNCILMEMBER HOLMGREN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. The regular meeting of the Elk River was adjourned at approximately 10:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted, 7!D I\~~ Pat Klaers City Administrator -